Study of Male Nudes Fighting

Bartolomeo Passarotti’s ‘Study of Male Nudes Fighting’ (1572) – a dynamic Mannerist pencil drawing showcasing anatomical detail & movement. Explore this captivating study of power & physicality.

Bartolomeo Passarotti

Bartolomeo Passarotti (1529-1592) was an Italian Mannerist painter from Bologna known for his genre scenes, expressive portraits, and detailed drawings. He influenced early Baroque artists like the Carracci brothers with works such as 'Homer's Riddle'. Explore his captivating art!